Giro delle Dolomiti
2nd stage of the Tour of the Dolomites, the international road cycling event for professionals and amateurs, around the Sella massif
The fame of this international road cycling competition has been alive for 48 editions. In five stages through the most fascinating landscapes of Trentino, South Tyrol and Veneto, the green event welcomes up to 600 athletes per stage, coming from all over Italy, Europe and even South America. Open to cycle tourists and amateurs aged 16 and over, it includes timekeeping and a time ranking.
2nd stage - Tour of the 4 passes (Sellaronda)
Route: Ponte Gardena - Ortisei - Selva Gardena - Sella Pass - Pordoi Pass - Gardena Pass - Arabba - Corvara - Colfosco - Selva Gardena - Ponte Gardena
Distance: 107 km | Elevation gain: 3,100 m | Maximum time: 10 hours
Time trial: "Pian de Frataces" (Lupo Bianco) - Pordoi Pass (6.7 km, 422 m D+)
Start: 9:00 a.m. from Ponte Gardena
The roads remain open to traffic except for the timed section between "Pian de Frataces" (Lupo Bianco) and Pordoi Pass, which is reserved for cyclists ONLY from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. It is mandatory to obey the highway code and wear a helmet.
